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The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1887-03-31

We take pleasure in noticing the open
ing of retail hardware establishment at
81 Congress avenue, by Mr.. A. Ungnad
Mr.. Ungnad has for some time past been
the secretary and treasurer of the Ger
hard Hardware company, being one of
the charter members of that corporation,
and severed his connection with it. a few
days since for the purpose of opening a
retail business of his own. Though hardly
yet completely fitted up, he has now a
varied assortment of goods in his line
adapted to the retail trade, particularly
that for furnishing mechanics sundries.
We speak for Mr.. Ungnad the good will
and patronage of all, and wish him every
success.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1887-03-31
Extra Liability to MalarIal Infection.

Persons whose blood is thin, digestion weak
and liver sluggish, are extra-liable to the at
tacks of malarial disease. The most trining
exposure may, under such conditions, infect
system which, if healthy, would resist the
miasmatic faint. The only way to secure
immunity from malaria in localities where it
is prevalent, is to tone and regulate the sys-
tenn by improving weakened digestion, en-
riching the blood, and giving wholesome
are accomplished by nothing so electually as
Hostetter's Stomach Bitters, which long ex-
perience has proved to be the most reliable
safeguard against fever and ague and kindred
disorders, as well as the best remedy for
them.> The Bitters are, moreover, an excel
lent invigorant of the organs of urination,
and an active depurent, eliminating from
the blood those acrid impurities Which origi-
nate rheumatic ailments.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1887-03-31

After that there was another long peace
till the confederation was formed and lands
granted to the Canadian Pacific; then the
Metis took fright, as they had previously held
their lands on a sort Of squatter's title, not
by sections, but in water lots-a narrow front
OH the river and long strip running back,
Just as herd rights are held in southern
Colorado. Fearing they would lose part of
their claims they went into the rebellion
of 1S69-7O, led by Louis Riel, who
proclaimed republic. When the British
regulars came he went to Minnesota,
and the "republic" collapsed. But in 1885 he
tried it again, and there was some real stand
up fighting The history is recent and Amer
leans were not deeply interested. The net re-
suit was the capture and execution OF Riel,
the submission of the Metis and prompt re-
turn of the Indlans to their peaceful habits.
But this short war is already a fruitful sub
ject for song and story, and reservoir OF
domestic romance for the writers of the British
Northwest; and In front Of the city hall in
this place is magnificent monument Of Sell
kirk stone in honor Of the five Winnipeggers
who were killed in that war;
The summing up of this history is that there
has been almost continuous peace with the
Indians of Canada since the Hudson Bay
company obtained control And now the
officials have the system 80 well organized,
and each little band so carefully counted and
located, that you can take the report Of the
commissioner Of Indian affairs and find the
exact status of almost every Indian between
our national boundary and the Arctic circle
PARKE.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1887-03-31

At Millett's, Tuesday night, April 5,
the Musical union will preseat the sacred
opera "Belshazzar." Seventy-fve people
will participate in the performance, and
the costumes, especially ordered for this
occasion, will be elaborate in the extreme.
In the last act over 700 pounds of ward
robe will be used, making one of the
grandest pageants ever witnessed upon
an Austin stage. number of the best
voices the city can boast, recognized dra-
matte talent. and the magnificent proper,
ties combined, will present spectacle
that none should fail to see, and cannot
fail to give satisfaction to every person
so fortunate as to attend.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1887-03-31
THE INDIANS OF CANADA.
REASONS FOR THEIR PEACEFUL
RELATIONS WITH THE BRITISH.
Their Local Distribution-An Came from
the Far Northwest - Most of Them
Trace Back to the Athabasca Basin.
Curiosities of Tribal Relations.
Special Correspondence


WINNIPEG, Man, March iS.-Much has
been said of the faithful Indians and
wise Indian policy" of the British; how the
agents always kept faith with the Indians,
and the Indians were always satisfied; how
"our great mother" the QUEEN is worshiped
in the wigwams and her representatives hailed
as demigods; how the noble Reds are never
deceived or starved or left naked, and what
a lovely success the whole system is. So
have done my inquisitorial best to get to the
roots and grounds of the matter; and for con-
venience sake will give the conclusion first.
The comparative success Of the British In
dian policy is due, in small degree, to
superior honesty and management, and al
most entirely to circumstances which could
not exist in the United States and could not
now be reproduced in Canada. These are:
The vast extent of game bearing country to
a smaller number of Indians; the lavish
abundance of fish in the far north and placid
disposition of the fish eaters; the long, cold
winters rendering campaigns in the Indian
method impossible; the absence of those vast
deserts and rugged mountains which make
our southwestern territories the refuge of
outlaws and savages, and above all, probably
more than all other causes combined, the i'm
mense value of these northern furs, which
have made every trading post a haven CT
bliss to the Indian hunter and the life Of
every skilled Indian Of great value to the
traders. Ii the Purtans could have estab-
lished 'IActory" at Plymouth and post:
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1887-03-31
A WELCOME.
Another Evidence of the Success
of Deserving Men.

Another Evidence of the Success
of Deserving Men.
1t has been noticed in these columns that
Mr.. Abe Williams had purchased the stock
and good will of Mr.. Henry Hirschfeld.
. The life of Mr.. Williams is but another
illustration of the fact that the men who
strive are the ones who succeed. He came
to Austin stranger in 1874, with little
more to his possession than the clothes he
wore and good deal of determination
and backbone. He obtained position with
Levyson d. Phillipson, and by study, in
dustry and attention to business made
himself SO indispensable to the firm, that
in 1880, it was deemed best that he should
have an interest in the business. His re-
lations with the firm continued pleasantly
and protitably until January, 1887, when
the retirement of Mr.. Hirschfeld gave him
an opportunity to enter the list in bust
ness competition for himself. Mr.. Williams
needs no words of introduction to the pep
pie OF Austin. He is known here, is as
popular as he is known, his good name
shaving been won by thirteen years of
square, honest dealings and courteous
treatment to all those with whom he has
associated. We are glad to extend to Mr..
Williams hearty greeting, and are not
the only ones to do SO, and to wish for him
long ana prosperous business life.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1887-03-31
cuRE FOR PILES

Piles are frequently preceded by 3
sense of weight in the back, loins and.
lower part Of the abdomen, causing the
patient to suppose he has some af-
lection of the kidneys or neighboring or
gans. At times, symptoms of indigestion
are present, fatulency, uneasiness Of the
stomach, etc. A moisture like perspiia-
ton, producing very disagreeable itch
ing, after getting warm, is common at
tendant. Blind, Bleeding and Itching
Piles yield at once to the application Of
DR.. Bosanko's Pile Remedy, which acts d.
rectly upon the parts affected, absorbing
the Tumors allying the intense itching
and effecting,a permanent cure. Price 90
cents. Address The DR.. Bosankc
Medicine Co., Piqua, o. Sold at Alexan-
der's drug store.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1887-03-31
Very Convenient for the Bows.

Among those in attendance at the recent
G. A. t. encampment in ST. Paul was q
middle aged man who was doing thriving
business in arranging badges for those in at
tendance. He had box in which he kept
a large number Of slips of paper upon which
were tbs names Of various companies, regi'
ments and divisions. Then, when some man
would went badge, he would take from the
box tiny envelope, select the company de
sired and the necessary figures, stick them
upon the narrow piece of ribbon forming the
badge, and, quickly rubbing them down with
a cloth upon a heated iron, the badge was
completed. He told me that he had been the
means Of getting together very many men
who would otherwise not have met, and who
thus were enabled to exchange facts and in
cidents in their historic happenings since they
met in the days of the rebellion. The badge
brought them-Pioneer Press Listener"
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1887-03-31

A few days since a well known negro man,
who was the fortunate possessor of a fine lot
on one of the leading residence streets Of the
city, sold his property for $4,000 cash. He
was given a check for that amount, which
was carried in due time to one of the banks
The paying teller asked the negro how much
of the money he wanted in cash.
II wants all that ar paper calls fur" re-
piled the negro.
aWhat! You don't want $4,000 in cash?o
"Jesso, sah."
"All ri ht," answered the man who shufiles
the bank bills and in five minutes he began
piling the money on the counter. AS he laid
the $500 packages on the counter the Negroes
eyes began to grow larger and larger, and
finally when twenty of the packages were
placed before him his eyes looked as large as
new moons The negro looked intently at
the stack of money for a moment, and then,
with broad grin on his face, said:
"I'se list paralyzed, boss; gimme $3.50 and
YOU kin keep de rest Of that till | call agin. "
Chattanooga Times.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1887-03-31

Crees; these and kindred tribes line the whole
western shore up to the Esquimaux. They
are generally grouped as Muskegoes-L e.,
Indians who live in the Muskegs "swamps."
Severn lake, in latitude 81 degs. and longitude
e2 degs. 3Omin., is the great highland reser-
yoir from which the Severn goes northeast
30 the bay and the Wastickwa southwest to
Lake Winnipeg; and in the olden time sin
gle afree trader" by venturing into this region
with his land of employed Indians, has
cleared 10000 sterling from single seasons
catch
West Of the high wilderness come the
Chippeways, extending south into Minnesota
and west TO the narrow territory of the Black
feet, at the eastern base Of the Rocky noun
.ains. These last extend long way north,
md north of them are the Chippewans-a
vague designation of many bands, which
reach again TO The Esquimaux. The western
Crees also extend from western Manitoba far
toward the north. And despite long wars
with the Chippeweys and their so-cailed
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1887-03-31
eating Even.

Omaha Husband-Now think this is going
too far You promised me you would coun-
termand your order for that dress.
Omaha Wife, wrote to the firm that very
day.
SBut here is the dress and the bill for IT.
enough to bankrupt me almost. How do
you explain thatr
II gave you the letter to mail and ! sup
pose YOU forgot it, as usual. "-Omaba Herald.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1887-03-31
JUST WHAT THEY ALL SAY,

Hon. D. D. Haynie, of Salem, Illinois,
says he uses DR.. Bosanko's Cough and
Lung Syrup in his family with the most
satisfactory results, in all cases of Coug MS
Colds and Group, and recommends it in
particular to the little ones. Sample
bottle free, at Alexander's drug store.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1887-03-31

Sheriff Hornsby is back from Waco, and
returning, brought the darkey, Joe Aus
tin, for whom the writ of habeas corpus
was issued. As soon as Hornsby made his
return the county attorney moved dis
missal of the proceeding.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1887-03-31
LIVER PILLS.

Use DR.. Gums Liver Pills for sallow
Complexion, Pimples on the Face and
Billiousness. Never sickens or gripes.
Only one for dose. Samples free at
Alexander's Drug store.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1887-03-31

CREE SCOUT IN CANADIAN SERVICE.
every hundred miles or more to the Missis-
sippi, and left the Indian free to range, With
an assurance that by one lucky catch-a few
beavers, two or three offers or one black fox
he could buy luxuries for winter, and If
this condition could have continued a century
before white settlements encroached on the
savages, there would have ben no "King
Philips War" But the Puritans bad a
totally different mission. Yet with all these
advantages Canada has seen some rather
bloody Indian wars, and even as write the
politics of this province are embittered by re-
examinations on the death of Louis Riel and
tne causes of the Metis rebellion.
All the Indians of British America, ex-
Guiding the detached Esquimaux Of the
islands, number 1855; and at the first dis
eoveries they were located as follows: All
that vast region east of Hudson's bay and
the Ottawa was occupied blythe Algonquins
pronounced Al-gon-kin), but their many sub
divisions finally grew into separate tribes,
such as the Ama,icites, of Quebec, and the
Micmacs, Of Nova Scotia and New Bruins
wick. West of the AlgonGuins were their
kindred and usual allies, the Hurons; and a
destructive war between them and the Iro-
quois, Of New York, involved the French
and almost destroyed the infant colony. OF
the great Huron nation many fragments sur
vive as local tribes, and among them are set
tied most of the refugeed Indians from the
United States; so we find in Ontario Canada
Vest the Moravians. of the Thames; the
Mississaquas r'Big Block Snakes'0, of Mud
lake; the Mohawks, of Quinte; the Wyan-
dots of Anderdon, and tho Six Nations, on
Grand river. AS the said "nations" only
number 1926, it is plain they are but rem
nant Of the great confederation Of New
| York
West of the Hurons we find the great will
derness of brush and rocks, extending from
Superior northwest to Nelson's river, which
appears to have been from time immemorial
the breeding ground of untamable savages.
Perhaps it was filled by the outcasts and
criminals of all other tribes, who formed a
class like that known in our far west as "dog
soldiers" But in this wilderness are now no
hostile Indians, and here and there fertile
tracts have been discovered. After crossing
the "divide" and getting well down on the
streams which flow northwest into Hudsons
bay, we find the "Swampies" or Swamp
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1887-03-31

The poet who has seen his fondest hopes
decay is having what practical man would
call a rotten time of it in this world.-Nsw
Orleans Picayune.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1887-03-31

Tha harsh aspect of the autumnal gray,
which betokens the shady side of life, is
easily modified by the use of Ayers Hair
Vigor.
The Austin weekly statesman. (Austin, Tex.) 1883-1898, 1887-03-31

DIANO for sale or exchange for city property or
/ good land Upright, and good as new Ad-
dress j. II DANIEL,
1O5 E. Pecan (SiXth) street.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1887-02-18

The women OF Samoa are not so
pretty. but far more yiriuOus than those
of the Society Islands. and possess traits
peculiarly their own. Their only cloth
ing is the lava-lava, frequently made OF
grass. which covers them from the hips
to the thighs, the field for adOrnment
being the head, around which wrcaths
of orange blossoms and of red flowers
are worn. They are naturally endowed
with profusion of black hair. but, be-
ing enamored of the crushed straw
berry color. they coat the head with
slaked coral lime, few applications of
which gives to the hair the desired hue.
They are very expert in the manage
ment Of canoes. and swarm about the
ship from early morn 10 the close of eve,
besecching officers and men TO be their
offend" and when one assents to do
the friendly act. the object of his friend
ship comes on board and showers upon
him gifts OF cocoanuts, seashells, fruit,
eggs, and an occasional chicken, for
which, in return, he is expected to give
money, or preferably such articles as
soap, needles and thread, tobacco and
writing paper. This act of friendly
barter completed, the lady stands not
upon the order of her going, but, taking
advantage of the fact that there are no
skirts to impede her flight dives head
long out of gunport, swms to her ca
noe, and paddles of to make another
"niend.n
The exhibition wound up with a
grand silva, which is the name for the
native dance. This brought into promi-
nence the loveliest of Samoa's maids in
the person of Faapio. the daughter Of
Aai, Malletoa's great war chief. Wear
ing tiara of glistening sea-shells and
a grass of bright colors IN her hair, a
necklace of red berries, and around her
hips a lava-lava of the most expensive
character, her faultless figure was set oil
to advantage, and as she danced with
her father and two other chiefs her
smiles, gestures, and contortions OF
body were amusing, and despite the
fact that her body glistened in the sun
from a coating of cocoanut oil, her
graceful bearing commanded admira-
ton. Other girls and chiefs danced in
turn, but the silva, with its singing,
waving of arms. and other variations,
beggars description. and must be seen
to be appreciated.-Sanloa Letter an
BaIttn1Ore Sun
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1887-02-18
St. Louis.
Mrs. Eliza Knoll has received

Mrs. Eliza Knoll has received ;
pension.
"Did You fall" has been the ques
ton of the day for some time past
1t is reported that J. +. Zank, q
tailor of Mt Pleasant, will locate il
this village soon.
Russell Moore has taken the St
Louis agency for the Detroit Evening
Nc,cS and Detroit Free Press.
DR.. Nichols, of Ann Arbor, last
week was visiting his brothers OF
this place.
T. w. Whitney has somewhat re
furnished and improved the looks of
law office.
s. c. Burgess has received $60l
insurance on his barn aud contents
that were burned a short time ago.
Some one broke iuto Mr.. Stockton's
house one night last week and sue
ceeded in carrying away a mirror.
The Salvation Army does not
stand a man ut the door TO demand a
silver collection, as stated by a st.
Louis paper. One and sometimes
two nights in a week they ask those
who are willing to give little money
as they pass in the building, and
from the small number of even pen
MES taken in, there is no danger of
bankrupting the town
The ladies of the Relief Corps will
give an oyster supper at the a. O.
|. w. hall on the evening of the 22nd
inst, where % cent tickets will be
sold emitting the holder to chance
to draw % yards of nice rag carpet
and good supper.
The ladies Of the Presbyterian
church gave a valentine social at the
residence of Mr.. George Nichols, on
Monday evening last.
Several young men were SO fortu-
nate as to receive 20 valentines each,
Monday.
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1887-02-18
Pea.

Our make up was taken out in tn
back yard last Friday and executed il
the presence of the entire force and
few sorrowing friends. OF course tn,
task was a disagreeable one bat it wa
the decision of the court" that
make up that was guilty O.
running wedding notice twice, anC
spreading one item over several pages
must be summary dealt with TIL,
wrongs of our abused subscribers, anG
a few highly incensed patrons must be
avenged, so the deed was done. This
is why the fence adjoining the RECORD
! building is dressed in mourning, for
behind it this tragedy was enacted, and
we trust no more such accidents will
happen.
Verify, the way of the transgreSsor is
hard! Clear from Florida comes "A
threatening message promising libel
suit, case OF assault and battery when
the party returns to Michigan, or words
to that effect. They claim that they
have been scandalized, villhed. and
placed before their friends in a false
light, and you, dear reader will agree
with them as heartily as do we. We
have wondered why the Florida party
was 80 quiet, but now the mystery is
solved, and we don't expect to hear
from them, that is nothing real sweet
and pretty, not for some time vet. 1t
VIII take them some time to forgive the
RECORD. To explain. In the RECORD
of Jan % appeared Florida letter
which contained this somewhat remark
able statement concerning trip taken
10y the party down the bay: "Our equi-
librium became somewhat disturbed by
the changed motion of the boat as it en-
tered the deep water. We soon became
convinced that our bcrths were the most
comfortable part of the boat. and retir-
ed, taking an ample supply of pills.
which were found convent generally
This. kind reader. j, the often ling pas
sage, and when you substitute the word
pals FOR pills, you can see IT once what
a change IL makes. Now il we knew
where to place the blame this mistake
would be avenged, but at that time we
were struggling with an attack of pen
and, as the Alma correspond
ent of the Evening Neus has so touch
ingly said, -four young men, ike
brood of lost chickens were endeavor-
ing to run the Office" and inasmnch as
we cannot persuade any of these "chick-
Alma record. (Alma, Mich.) 1878-1928, 1887-02-18
ELM HALL.

Dave Hill has crew of men near
Dushyille finishing a numbering Job
DR.. O. 0. Osborn will soon open a
drug store at Riverdale and place
Willie Wimplc in charge. He will
continue TO run his store at this
place also.
James Clark, who recently receiv.
ed pension from Uncle Sam, has
embarked in business at this place,
running a grocery and notion cstab.
lishment.
The :. Of vs. held dance, for
their own benefit, at Oddfelow's
hall, last Friday evening. The at.
tendance was not very large and the
receipts accordingly.
Mr.. Guy;on. who has been run.
ming a bazaar store at this place,
has moved to Riverdalc and taken a
partner by the name of Knouse.
They will carry the same line of
goods, with the addition of grocer
les. Mr.. g. enjoyed a very good
trade while here and W. apprehend
r. will regret the change.
Lev. A. +. Moors, of Ionia, held
quarterly meeting services at the
Methodist church last Saturday and